build

verb
UK: /bɪld/
US: /bɪld/

  1. To construct something by putting parts together.

    1. We will build a house next year. [ ] [ ]
    2. The company plans to build a new factory in the industrial area to expand production. [ ] [ ]

  2. To develop or create something gradually.

    1. We need to build a strong team. [ ] [ ]
    2. The author carefully builds suspense throughout the novel to keep the reader engaged. [ ] [ ]

  3. To increase or strengthen something.

    1. He wants to build his muscles. [ ] [ ]
    2. The athlete is working hard to build her stamina for the upcoming marathon. [ ] [ ]

Synonyms

construct develop fabricate form create shape establish assemble
build noun

  1. The way in which a person or object is formed or constructed.

    1. He has a strong build. [ ] [ ]
    2. The sturdy build of the bridge ensured its resilience during the severe storm. [ ] [ ]
build noun

  1. The physical form or structure of a person.

    1. She has a slim build. [ ] [ ]
    2. His athletic build was a result of years dedicated training and disciplined nutrition. [ ] [ ]
build phrasal-verb

  1. To live or base somewhere.

    1. They build on friendship. [ ] [ ]
    2. The success builds on their dedication and commitment to a shared vision. [ ] [ ]
build phrasal-verb

  1. To increase gradually.

    1. The excitement build up. [ ] [ ]
    2. Tension began to build up as the deadline for submission drew nearer. [ ] [ ]

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "build" in English means: To construct something by putting parts together., To develop or create something gradually., To increase or strengthen something..

The phonetic transcription of "build" is /bɪld/ in British English and /bɪld/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "build": construct, develop, fabricate, form, create, shape, establish, assemble.

Example usage of "build": "We will build a house next year.". More examples on the page.